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THE LAKONIKOS SYLLOGOS OF CALIFORNIA ΛΕΩΝΙΔΑΣ CHAPTER

Invites All Members & Guests to our 2026 Vasilopita Dinner

$25 per person (members)
$35 per person (non-members)

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church
20104 Center Street, Castro Valley, CA

For additional information and RSVP call:
Yianni Varelas (650) 430-1786
Senior Division (Grades 10-12) . Junior Division (Grades 7-9)

AWARDS
National finalists are eligible to receive the following:
St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival Scholarship: $750 to $3000
FAITH: An Endowment for Orthodoxy and Hellenism: to be announced

Finalists at any level are eligible to receive the following: Chrysostom Scholarship to Hellenic College: $2,500 up to $30,000 per year

Parish Chairperson: Maria Daltayanni
Contact Information: mariadal1@gmail.com, 951-282-7259

Find the topics, tips, manual & award information at: www.religioused.goarch.org
Vice Mayor Pam Foley presents Greek Independence Day Flag Raising
Mar 25, 2026 Wed 5:00pm
San José City Hall West Plaza
Special Events
Reception on the City Hall Tower 17th floor immediately following the ceremony compliments of the Order of AHEPA & Daughters of Penelope San Jose Chapters

For more information, please contact: district9@sanjoseca.gov or (408) 535-4909
GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Mar 29, 2026 Sun 12:00pm
Community Hall
Special Events
Join the Greek School (CHE) as we honor Greek Independence Day (March 25, 1821) and the Annunciation of the Theotokos.

The celebration the Community Hall, immediately after the Divine Liturgy.

We look forward to celebrating together!
Greek Independence Day 2026
Apr 19, 2026 Sun 11:00am
Union Square San Francisco
Special Events
The United Hellenic Societies of California (UHAS) is proud to announce our most ambitious project yet: bringing the Evzones—Greece’s elite Presidential Guard—to San Francisco to help us celebrate Greek Independence Day 2026.

12 Noon Parade, 1 pm Greek Flag Raising

Help bring the Evzones to S.F. and witness tradition come to life here in the Bay Area.

Your donation makes this possible. Help us honor Greek heritage. Visit https://evzonesf.com/
YOUTH SINGERS WANTED to perform in concert
May 23, 2026 Sat 12:00pm
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church San Francisco
Special Events
Talented students in 2nd grade through high school:

Do you love to sing?
Do you love our Greek Orthodox hymns?

Join singers from local churches in a beautiful choral concert.

The students will sing the youth choir parts along with other youth and adult singers. Three Sunday rehearsals.

Info: Voula Brown 408-426-7630 or voula@garlic.com or Eva Canellos 650-400-1610 or cecanellos@aol.com

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to sing the beautiful music of our church!
PSYCHOSAVATO
May 30, 2026 Sat 8:30am
Special Events
Commemorate our loved ones who have fallen asleep in the Orthodox traditional manner on the two Saturdays prescribed by the church calendar for commemorating the dead.

Past Events
College Ministry Night

Come join us for a compline service followed by fellowship and food at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church.

Please RSVP to ocf@saintnicholas.org
Capella Romana
Feb 22, 2026 Sun 3:00pm
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Special Events
CAPPELLA ROMANA - A PORTRAIT CONCERT IN SAN FRANCISCO

Following its appearance before His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I in New York last November, Cappella Romana next performs for you in San Francisco delving into the riches of Orthodox music directs. You won't want to miss it!

GET YOUR TICKETS
www.cappellaromana.org
2026 Folk Dance and Choral Festival
Feb 12, 2026 Thu to Feb 15, 2026 Sun
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
Special Events
Mark your calendar for FDF 2026, taking place February 12-15, 2026 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel!

Room blocks at special FDF room rates have been secured at the Sheraton, as well as multiple surrounding hotels.

Similar to last year, hotel rooms in the FDF blocks will initially only be available to book by those who register online for FDF full weekend packages. We will share more information on registration and reservations in the upcoming weeks at www.yourfdf.org.

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Golden years Seniors Valentine's Day Luncheon
Feb 8, 2026 Sun 12:00pm
Community Center
Special Events
Menu: Pastitsio, Vegetables, Salad, Bread and Dessert
Price: $35.00 adults, $15.00 children 12 and under

Response needed by February 1, 2026. Checks made payable to: Golden years Seniors and sent to

Christina Kouvaris,
7091 Galli Drive, San Jose, CA 95129 /
408-306-8007/ckouvphilo@sbcglobalnet
Christians in Palestine
Feb 5, 2026 Thu 6:30pm
Orthodox Church of the Redeemer
Special Events
Please join the Orthodox Church of the Redeemer for an in-person discussion with Mother Agapia.

Mother Agapia's connection to the Holy Land spans over many years. Her voice carries the weight of lived experience, the
intimate truths that never make headlines, and the moral clarity that only emerges from proximity. She reminds us that the Palestinian people's struggle is spiritual, cultural and profoundly human.

Orthodox Church of the Redeemer
380 Magdalena Ave, Los Altos Hills, CA... show more
28th Annual All You Can Eat Crab Feed
Jan 30, 2026 Fri 6:30pm
St. Nicholas Community Center
Special Events
Join us for the Pan Cretan All-You-Can-Eat Crab Feed on Friday, January 30, 2026 — a night of great food, music, and community fun! Enjoy fresh crab, pasta, salad, and dessert in a lively atmosphere with friends and family.

Sponsored by Ikaros Chapter Pancretan Association of America

Friday, January 30, 2026 St. Nicholas Community Center

6:30pm Social Hour • 7:30pm Crab Feed
$95 Adults • $50 Children (under 12)

Discounted Full Table Purchase (10 Seats) $900, All-Inclusive Bar... show more
Christians in Palestine
Jan 27, 2026 Tue 7:00pm
Saint Basil, Greek Orthodox Church
Special Events
Christians in Palestine, an in-person conversation with Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos

Mother Agapia's connection to the Holy Land spans over many years. Her voice carries the weight of lived experience, the intimate truths that never make headlines, and the moral clarity that only emerges from proximity. She reminds us that the Palestinian people's struggle is spiritual, cultural, and profoundly human.

Tuesday, Jan 27th at 7:00 p.m.
6430 Bose Lane, San Jose, CA 95120

Stories and... show more
Come join us for a compline service followed by fellowship and food at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church.

Please RSVP to ocf@saintnicholas.org or scan QR code for RSVP
All parishioners & families are invited. Join us as we welcome the New Year 2026 with faith, fellowship, and fun! Let’s gather as one community to celebrate the blessings of the past year and embrace the joy ahead.

Spectacular family style dinner and refreshments provided. Music, games, dancing and midnight toast.

Bring your loved ones, your dancing shoes, and your gratitude. Let’s make memories together as we step into 2026 with hope, joy and love.

Dinner $50.00 adult and $30.00... show more
Christmas Pageant
Dec 20, 2025 Sat 5:00pm
Special Events
Annual Christmas Pageant is on Saturday, December 20th.

All Parishioners are invited to attend at Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Vespers; 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm Christmas Pageant (Sunday School, Greek School, and Choir Ministries); 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm dinner and a special guest!